ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management Systems

Using energy efficiently helps organizations save money as well as helping to conserve resources and tackle climate change. ISO 50001 supports organizations in all sectors to use energy more efficiently, through the development of an energy management systems (EnMS). The standard provides a framework of requirements to increase the efficient use of energy and continually improve energy management. It can be implemented individually or integrated with other management systems standards.

 

Requirements of ISO 50001:2018

Establishing an EnMS requires you to:

• Develop and implement an energy policy
• Identify your main energy users
• Set energy objectives and measurable targets
• Implement and operate programmes to meet these objectives and targets
• Check and take corrective action as required
• Review your system continually and improve where possible
• Continual improvement ensures you remain alert for new opportunities as they arise and exploit all areas where energy savings can be achieved.

Benefits of ISO 50001:2018

• Savings in cost from efficient use of energy
• Promote energy management best practices
• Improve energy performance including its use, consumption and intensity
• Facilitate energy management improvements for greenhouse gases reduction
• Highlights organization commitment to effective energy use and environmental preservation

How can BSCS assist you?

We provide ISO 50001 management systems training and consultancy services. We offer specialized expertise and extensive practical experience to assist client in developing management systems from the initial concept to establishment and successful implementation of the management systems.
We use the following consultation approach to assist you in achieving certification:

1. Identify areas requiring improvement or development within your current Management Systems
2. Prepare a strategic action plan, in conjunction with your company personnel, to address those improvement areas and assist with the communication of these requirements to key personnel at all levels
3. Provide system-related trainings for your company personnel to create awareness and provide them with the necessary knowledge and skills in the implementation of systems
4. Provide assistance and advice on the development and implementation of systems, including preparation of documentation
5. Advise and assist, if required, with the preparation and submission of applications to your certification body
6. Assist with the development of internal auditing procedures and training
7. Conduct internal audit to ensure the effective implementation of the management systems prior to final audit by your certification body
8. Conduct Management Review Meeting to review performance of management system and identify areas for improvement prior to final audit by your certification body